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Char Siu Chicken

Savory Char Siu Chicken: Easy Recipe for Home Chefs

Discover the magic of Char Siu Chicken, a beginner-friendly dish featuring marinated chicken thighs glazed to perfection.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cantonese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Tender and flavorful
  • 5 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce Key ingredient for sweetness
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use low-sodium for lighter dish
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Can swap with mushroom sauce for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup can substitute for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Dry sherry works as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Use sparingly
  • 1 tablespoon Five-Spice Powder Infuses dish with aromatic spice
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar White sugar can be used if brown is not available
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Can replace with shallots
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Fresh Ginger Use dried ginger in smaller amounts if necessary
  • 1 drop Red Food Coloring Optional for color

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Wire Rack
  • Baking Tray
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, five-spice powder, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red food coloring. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a wire rack over a foil-lined baking tray.
  4. Arrange Chicken for Baking: Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and place on the wire rack.
  5. Bake the Chicken: Bake for 25-30 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and chicken looks caramelized.
  6. Baste for Extra Flavor: Baste chicken every 10 minutes with reserved marinade.
  7. Broil for Crispiness: In the final 5 minutes, turn on the broiler to achieve a crispy exterior.
  8. Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for richer flavors and ensure to baste generously during baking for the best glaze.

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